Guests say
Orchard House is a well-equipped holiday cottage in Bideford, praised for its spacious open plan living, beautiful setting, and ample outdoor space with a tennis court and games room. It's ideal for large groups and family gatherings, offering great facilities and stunning views. The nearby beaches and attractions like Clovelly add to the appeal, ensuring a memorable stay.
The property is generally well-maintained, though there were isolated complaints about a dishwasher not cleaning properly and pet waste not being picked up in the play area.
The location is excellent, close to beautiful beaches and attractions, although one review mentioned the main road being dangerous for walking.
There is no specific mention of the overall comfort of the property, such as bedding or seating, so a score cannot be provided.
Facilities are highly regarded, including a tennis court and games room. However, there were issues with hot water, a malfunctioning shower, and a dishwasher, indicating some maintenance concerns.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness, so a score cannot be provided.
About this property
This beautiful barn conversion offers nearby beach and amazing coastal paths that stretches along the Heritage Coast to Hartland Point.. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 58" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Range, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: 40" Freeview TV, Sofa Bed (Double)
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 6: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, Jack And Jill Ensuite With Bedroom 5.
Oil underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio, BBQ and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a spring. There is a water feature in the garden.. Electricity, bed linen, towels and fuel for wood burner included. Two cots available. Welcome pack. Shared on-site facilities: 20-acre farmland and grounds. Games room with pool table, dart board and table tennis. Tennis court. No smoking. Please note: There is a pond on-site. . Nestled in 20 acres of shared woodland and meadows, these delightful holiday properties (references hddk and HNZ) enjoy use of a tennis court and a games room, ideal for that family holiday.
Orchard House (ref hddk) is a traditional barn, converted into a stunning, spacious and beautifully furnished countryside retreat. Relax in the spacious, light and airy lounge, with a modern central wood-burning stove. The large, stylish kitchen with double range and granite worktops is the place to gather for a leisurely breakfast, or escape into the cosy study with its 40” plasma TV and Playstation 3. There are four spacious en-suite double bedrooms furnished with designer fabrics and each one with a unique theme - French, rustic Mexican, mahogany sleigh bed, and one with a contemporary nickel bedstead. On summer evenings, dine al fresco on the long stone patio running the length of the barn, with patio table and chairs looking out over uninterrupted views.
Chapman House (ref hnz) is a superb, spacious conversion of an 18th-century stables and coach house with breathtaking views of the North Devon coastline out to Lundy Island, and beyond to the Atlantic Ocean. The living area on the first floor takes full advantage of sea views with a large balcony opening from the spacious kitchen/dining room - ideal to enjoy a lazy breakfast or relax and watch magnificent sunsets. Completed to a very high specification, the holiday house is very comfortable and has beamed ceilings and a cosy wood-burning stove. The large, secluded, lawned gardens include a children’s play area. Both properties enjoy shared use of a games room with pool table, table tennis and darts. Guests are also welcome to explore the 20-acre woodland and pasture (with sheep).
With sea views, this is an enchanting holiday location. The famous surfing beaches of Westward Ho! (4 miles) and Bude are an easy drive. Bikes can be hired to explore the nearby Tarka Trail and there is sailing, water skiing, golf and riding locally. Numerous NT properties in the area as well as the RHS gardens at Rosemoor and Docton Mill. Visit Hartland Abbey and the charming village of Clovelly (6 miles). The Atlantic Village Outlet Shopping Centre which includes a large supermarket is just 2 miles.
Free WiFi
There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.
There is a private water supply to this property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Clovelly Village
- Saunton Sands
- Putsborough Beach
- Woolacombe Beach
Reviews (5)
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Emma Clark
Fantastic holiday house for our group of 12. Great open plan living space. We loved the tennis court and games room too. The house was well equipped with everything we needed. Would highly recommend and would like to come back again.
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Tony Taylor
Excellent location for our large family holiday. Good living space and bedrooms.Made use of shared activity room and tennis court.Dishwasher poor.No possibility of picking up footpaths from the house and main road dangerous for running and walking.
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful house and setting.Couple of issues .We had no hot water when we arrived and nothing to tell us this or how to put it right, sorted it ourselves eventually.Shower in one bedroom did not work properly, told the owner this when we were leaving.Dishwasher didn’t work properly only half cleaned the dishes.Owners let dogs on the lawned play area., in front of our cottage which was fine but nobody picked up the poo, and we had 3 young children in our party running round!